The home team has won all six meetings since 1995, but that could change this week as the run-heavy Vikes visit the freefalling 49ers. Minnesota has won three straight behind an improving defense and juggernaut running game that leads the league in road rushing at 150 YPG.
Oddsmakers currently have the Vikings listed as 9-point favorites versus the 49ers, while the game's total is sitting at 39.
The Vikings defeated Detroit 42-10 as a 5.5-point favorite in Week 13. The combined score went OVER the posted over/under total (44.5).
Adrian Peterson rushed for 116 yards with a pair of touchdowns for Minnesota, while Tarvaris Jackson completed 18-of-24 passes for 204 yards with two touchdowns and an interception in the win.
The 49ers lost to Carolina 31-14 as a 3-point underdog in Week 13. The combined score went OVER the posted over/under total (35).
Trent Dilfer completed 14-of-29 passes for 171 yards with two touchdowns and four interceptions for San Francisco, while Frank Gore was held to 58 yards on 12 carries.